Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

2025-2026 Bill 5051: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day - South Carolina Legislature Online

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
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H. 5051
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House Resolution
Sponsors: Reps. Schuessler, Alexander, Anderson, Atkinson, Bailey, Ballentine, Bamberg, Bannister, Bauer, Beach, Bernstein, Bowers, Bradley, Brewer, Brittain, Burns, Bustos, Calhoon, Caskey, Chapman, Chumley, Clyburn, Cobb-Hunter, Collins, Cox, Crawford, Cromer, Davis, Dillard, Duncan, Edgerton, Erickson, Ford, Forrest, Frank, Gagnon, Garvin, Gatch, Gibson, Gilliam, Gilliard, Gilreath, Govan, Grant, Guest, Guffey, Haddon, Hager, Hardee, Harris, Hart, Hartnett, Hartz, Hayes, Henderson-Myers, Herbkersman, Hewitt, Hiott, Hixon, Holman, Hosey, Howard, Huff, J.E. Johnson, J.L. Johnson, Jones, Jordan, Kilmartin, King, Kirby, Landing, Lastinger, Lawson, Ligon, Long, Lowe, Luck, Magnuson, Martin, McCabe, McCravy, McDaniel, McGinnis, C. Mitchell, D. Mitchell, Montgomery, J. Moore, T. Moore, Morgan, Moss, Neese, B. Newton, W. Newton, Oremus, Pace, Pedalino, Pope, Rankin, Reese, Rivers, Robbins, Rose, Rutherford, Sanders, Scott, Sessions, G.M. Smith, M.M. Smith, Spann-Wilder, Stavrinakis, Taylor, Teeple, Terribile, Vaughan, Waters, Weeks, Wetmore, White, Whitmire, Wickensimer, Williams, Willis, Wooten and Yow
Document Path: LC-0344HDB-RM26.docx
Introduced in the House on January 29, 2026
Adopted by the House on January 29, 2026
Summary: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

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1/29/2026

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Introduced and adopted (
House Journal-page 9
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01/29/2026

A
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RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE
A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS,
EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO
DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN
SOUTH CAROLINA.

W
hereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives
recognize the importance of inspiring the next generation of problem-solvers,
innovators, and leaders who will design, build, and sustain the future of the
Palmetto State; and

W
hereas, engineering plays a vital role in advancing South Carolina's
economy, infrastructure, public safety, environmental stewardship, and overall
quality of life and is a rewarding career path for girls and women alike; and

W
hereas, women and girls remain underrepresented in many engineering
and STEM-related fields, but early exposure to engineering concepts and role
models can significantly increase their awareness, confidence, and interest in
pursuing a career in engineering; and

W
hereas, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" is part of a national
movement that provides opportunities for K-8 students to explore the
fascinating world of engineering through hands-on activities, mentorship, and
engagement with professional engineers and technical experts; and

W
hereas, by highlighting how engineers shape our communities, improve
lives, and transform ideas into reality, "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day"
helps students of all backgrounds envision themselves as future engineers and
leaders in South Carolina. Now, therefore,

B
e it resolved by the
House of
Representatives
:

T
hat the members of the South Carolina
House
of Representatives
, by this resolution, recognize and support "Introduce
a Girl to Engineering Day"; encourage the participation of students, educators,
engineers, families, and community partners across the State; and declare
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, as "Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day" in South
Carolina.

B
e it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to
the American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina and the South
Carolina Society of Professional Engineers.

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